This collection features a diverse range of chocolate-centric desserts, spanning from traditional baked sponge cakes to modern no-bake cheesecakes and agar-based puddings. While all recipes center on chocolate, they utilize vastly different techniques, such as the 'hot oil' method for sponge cakes, water baths for moisture, and agar-agar for setting. You will encounter varying levels of complexity, from beginner-friendly no-bake options to more technical baking projects requiring precise temperature control. By comparing these methods, you will learn how different fats, leavening agents, and setting techniques fundamentally alter the texture and flavor profile of your chocolate desserts.
Ms Shi and Mr He
Uses a unique 'hot oil' method to denature flour proteins for an exceptionally soft, cloud-like crumb.
Key ingredients
6 large Eggs (separated) · 約 80g Cake flour · 約 65g Vegetable oil (hot) · 約 25g Cocoa powder · 約 70g Milk … +2
Gordon Ramsay Hell's Kitchen
A New York-style cheesecake that balances rich cream cheese with fresh, tart raspberries.
Key ingredients
17.64 oz (500g) Cream cheese, softened · 7.05 oz (200g) Sugar · 3 Eggs · 3 tablespoons Flour · 10.58 oz (300g), plus extra for garnish Fresh raspberries … +2
The Stay At Home Chef
A classic, decadent three-layer cake featuring a rich cream cheese and cocoa frosting.
Key ingredients
for coating and dusting the cake pans Butter and cocoa powder · 3 cups All-purpose flour · 3 cups Granulated sugar · 1 ½ cups Unsweetened cocoa powder · 1 tablespoon Baking soda … +11
Nino's Home
A convenient no-bake dessert using an Oreo crust and a rich dark chocolate ganache finish.
Key ingredients
14 Oreo Cookies · 40g Melted butter · 200g Dark chocolate · 300g Cream cheese · 1 tsp Vanilla extract … +4
Key ingredients
500ml Milk · 100g Sugar · 7g Agar agar Powder · 150g Dark chocolate
Uses cake flour, vegetable oil, and cocoa powder as the base, with egg whites as the primary leavener.
Features 500g cream cheese, fresh raspberries, and lemon zest with no biscuit base.
Uses all-purpose flour, buttermilk, and a large quantity of powdered sugar for the frosting.
Utilizes Oreo cookies for the crust and dark chocolate for both the filling and ganache.
Uses milk, sugar, dark chocolate, and 7g of agar agar powder as the setting agent.
Employs a hot oil method and a water bath at 295°F for 70 minutes.
Standard whisking of cream cheese and eggs, baked at 180°C for 35-40 minutes.
Mixes dry and wet ingredients, bakes in three layers for 30-35 minutes, then frosts.
No-bake process involving chilling for 4 hours and finishing with a ganache pour.
Stove-top boiling of milk and agar agar, followed by 3 hours of refrigeration.
Light, airy, and mildly chocolatey with a delicate, cloud-like texture.
Rich and creamy with a sharp, fruity contrast from the fresh raspberries.
Deeply indulgent, sweet, and intense chocolate flavor from the heavy frosting.
Dense, smooth, and very chocolate-forward with a crunchy cookie base.
Clean, firm, and straightforward chocolate milk flavor without heavy fats.
Choose the sponge cake or the three-layer cake if you want a traditional baking project. For those short on time or equipment, the no-bake cheesecake and agar pudding offer delicious results with minimal effort.